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Rapid Left Turn signal ('89 328 GTS)

Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by slong, Mar 7, 2006.

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  1. slong

    slong Rookie

    Feb 14, 2004
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    #1 slong, Mar 7, 2006
    When engaging the left turn signal, the outside signal-lights (and blinker noise) is rapid (about twice as fast as the right turn signal)....I'm assuming this is a relay switch gone bad but can not locate the relay/fuse panel. On page 96 of the manual it shows the smaller fuse box...but for the life of me I can not find it in the car (I know were the larger fuse panel is located...just not the smaller one)...any help would be greatly appreciated. PS..."J" on pg 96 is the relay I'm looking to replace (is that correct, or should I be looking at something else?) thanks...Stephen
     
  2. BigHead

    BigHead Formula Junior

    Oct 31, 2003
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    #2 BigHead, Mar 7, 2006
    It's not a faulty relay. It just signals that one of your turn signal bulbs (on the left hand side) is out.

    vty,

    --Dennis
     
  3. afwrench

    afwrench Formula Junior

    Nov 24, 2004
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    #3 afwrench, Mar 7, 2006
    If one side if flshing fast it usually means that one of the bulbs is out. Turn it on and get out of the car and check.You will probably find that either the front or rear bulb is not working . Most likely just the bulb. It flashes faster due to less resistance in the circuit.
     
  4. DGS

    DGS Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    #4 DGS, Mar 7, 2006
    Most likely a bulb.

    But for future reference, the aux relay panel is under the passenger footwell front plate. If you peel back the carpet, there are (I think) six large screws, then the relay panel is on the other side of that metal plate.
     
  5. flyingboa

    flyingboa Formula 3

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    #5 flyingboa, Mar 7, 2006
    I do have the same problem when it is cold and all bulbs are ok. After a while everything goes back to normal, so it really could be the relay...
    Ciao
    Eugenio
     
  6. slong

    slong Rookie

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    #6 slong, Mar 7, 2006
    As expected...excellent, and timely advice from fellow F.Chat memebers...greatly appreciate the suggestions and advice....Cheers... Stephen
     

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